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Bruce stuns locals in Montana when he jams with a restaurant house band, and shocks fans worldwide when Springsteen on Broadway is officially confirmed. Plus: Joe Grushecky catches his first Bruce concert, the Springsteen/Appel lawsuit gets underway, and Bruce plays his legendary Darkness Show at The Agora.
Bruce kicks off the Rising Tour, plays the first “Don’t Look Back” in 22 years, debuts a work-in-progress “On the Prowl,” and more.
Bruce finishes “Born to Run,” says farewell to Jon Stewart on The Daily Show, shoots the video for “Leap of Faith” and records official live performances of “Nebraska,” “No Surrender,” and “Trapped.” Lots of video and audio today.
On this date: Bruce kicks off his first stadium tour, guest stars with John Fogerty, and more.
On this date: Bruce opens for another artist for the very last time, debuts a work-in-progress “The Promise,” wraps the Tunnel of Love Tour, and more.
Another date chock full of events for Bruce: From a late-night Letterman appearance to surprise bar gigs to the first performances of “Book of Dreams” and “Terry’s Song” and more.
On this date: Bruce gets married for the first time, plays “Johnny Bye-Bye” for the first time, and joins an 80s nostaglia night with Sting, Lady Gaga, Elton John, and more. Great video inside!
Bruce makes a guest appearance with Brian Wilson, the BBC premieres a Bruce documentary (watch it inside!), Steve Van Zandt saves the day when Southside Johnny gets sick, and more–lots of great video and audio today!
On this date: Bruce makes his legendary late-night Graceland expedition. Plus: great video of Bruce’s return visit to JazzFest and rare performances and premieres over the years.
On this date in Springsteen history: Not one, not two, but *three* Australian shows, the “Lawsuit Tour” opener, and no respect in Atlanta for “Bruce Silversteen.”